Good Shepherd Barrhaven Sermon Stream

Ascension is a principal feast in the Anglican Church, celebrating Jesus' ascension into heaven. However, this can seem like an odd thing to celebrate. Why be happy at Jesus' absence? This sermon explores why Jesus' ascension is important, even if it causes real challenges for us.Scripture reference: Acts 1:1-11; Luke 24:44-53Preached by Rev. Stephen Silverthorne on the Sunday after Ascension, June 2, 2019Sermon HighlightsJesus' ascension is ascension into God's glorySymbolism of cloud, angels points to God's presenceJesus' absence makes our doubts understandableJesus' absence puts responsibility on us as witnessesJesus gives the church to help shape us into good witnessesJesus gives the Spirit to empower us to put witness into action See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.